The Council on American Islamic Relations this weekend will begin calling the homes of American Muslims in an effort to raise $250,000 for the group's advocacy programs. Friday through Saturday, CAIR staffers and volunteers will make the calls as part of the group's "Call to Success" campaign. The calls will highlight CAIR's ongoing efforts to defend civil rights and to enhance understanding of Islam and the American Muslim community.

A press release from CAIR included several video clips of organization officials receiving national media exposure on issues of the day, including the resignation of a Muslim liaison for the Obama campaign.

Click here to see CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper debate radio talk show host Mike Gallagher about the controversy over planned advertisements in the New York subway system designed to educate travelers about Islam and Muslims.

Click here to find out about a Muslim girl denied a job in a clothing store because she wears a headscarf, and click here to learn more about CAIR in general.